In the price report dated 26 Aug 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,000 per quintal in Indore APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Maize Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Aug 2026
- CommodityMaize (Local)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 9.3% below the period average and just 22.2% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Maize rates across the markets that reported on 26 Aug 2026, so you can see where Indore APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Rajam APMC Leader | ₹4,800 |
| 2 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 3 Pune APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 4 Saluru APMC | ₹2,600 |
| 5 Sambhal APMC | ₹2,450 |
| 6 Santhamaguluru APMC | ₹2,450 |
| 7 Puttaparthi APMC | ₹2,450 |
| 8 Nawanshahar APMC | ₹2,449 |
| 9 Addanki APMC | ₹2,420 |
| 10 Polavaram APMC | ₹2,415 |
| 11 Gopalapuram APMC | ₹2,410 |
| 12 Rajanagaram APMC | ₹2,405 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
The ₹2,395 (99.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Indore APMC ranged between ₹300 and ₹2,572, with the average around ₹2,204. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹2,453 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,453 |
| 24 Aug | ₹2,572 | ₹1,768 | ₹2,572 |
| 22 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,340 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,340 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,460 | ₹2,340 | ₹2,340 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,026 | ₹2,026 | ₹2,026 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,345 | ₹2,345 | ₹2,345 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,340 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,340 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,320 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,320 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,401 | ₹2,340 | ₹2,340 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,340 | ₹2,320 | ₹2,320 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,350 | ₹1,981 | ₹2,350 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,320 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,320 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,385 | ₹1,987 | ₹2,385 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,350 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,350 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,161 | ₹2,300 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,099 | ₹1,400 | ₹2,099 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,666 | ₹1,666 | ₹1,666 |
Reviewing the recent daily data helps confirm whether this position is part of an ongoing trend or a short-term move driven by selective buying.
07At a Glance
08What It Means If You're Selling
Before carting Maize to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Indore APMC posted this Maize rate on 26 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
Disclaimer: Prices are compiled from publicly available government mandi data (AGMARKNET / data.gov.in) and are for information only — not financial advice. Confirm the live rate at the mandi before trading.